About Me
I’m a self-taught programmer who started coding at 12, driven by curiosity and a deep passion for building things that make life better.
Over the years, I’ve developed experience across web development, application development, game development, and systems programming. But beyond the technical stack, my core motivation has always been the same: using technology to improve people's lives through efficiency and moments of joy.
Many of my projects reflect this mission. Whether it’s building tools that help students stay on top of deadlines, designing clean and intuitive interfaces, or developing systems that simplify complex workflows, I aim to create software that reduces friction and empowers people.
I believe great technology should feel seamless, not overwhelming. Like a bicycle for the mind. Every project is an opportunity to learn and refine my craft while empowering others with tools that genuinely improve their everyday experiences.
Education
University of California, Davis
Sep 2025 – Dec 2027Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Davis, CA
Relevant Coursework: Data Structures, Algorithm Design, Operating Systems, Computer Architecture, Theory of Computation, Probability & Statistical Modeling, Computer Graphics
Moorpark College
Aug 2022 – May 2025Completed lower-division Computer Science coursework
Moorpark, CA
Dean's List · GPA 3.79
Experience
Tech Lead
#include at UC Davis · Davis, CA
- Mentored 8 junior developers in React, Next.js, and Tailwind CSS via weekly lectures, code reviews, and web app projects, onboarding them onto the club's development workflow.
Software Engineer Intern, DevOps
SkyIT Services (GBCS Group) · Remote
- Shipped Django REST API endpoints and automated CI/CD pipelines in GitHub Actions, replacing manual deployment steps with automatic ones for each release on AWS.
- Owned test-suite auditing for the Django backend, reviewing coverage and flagging edge-case gaps ahead of CI integration.
Full-Stack Software Engineer
CodeLab at UC Davis · Davis, CA
- Built full-stack applications for clients including Google, delivering features over a 16-week period.
- Collaborated with a 20-member team across development, design, and testing to ship features on schedule.
- Dedicated 10+ hours/week to hands-on software development, version control, and code review practices.
Software Engineer
#include at UC Davis · Davis, CA
- Partner with local clients to design and deliver custom software solutions tailored to their business needs.
- Translate client requirements into clean, maintainable code through close collaboration and iterative feedback.
- Contribute across the full development lifecycle — from scoping and architecture to implementation and delivery.
Full-Stack Software Engineer
CS Tutoring Club at UC Davis · Davis, CA
- Enhanced a full-stack Next.js app serving 1,000+ active users to improve speeds.
- Optimized app performance by 40% through updating full-stack infrastructure.
- Implemented features, fixed bugs, and improved performance to fit the needs of the club.
Software Developer
Basement LA · Los Angeles, CA
- Developed a fully custom Shopify e-commerce site that helped facilitate $200,000+ in sales.
- Managed end-to-end development including planning, design implementation, and deployment.
- Continuously build and deploy new store features, improving UX and aligning with client goals.
Logistics Director
SacHacks · Remote
- Owned budget planning for two hackathons scaling from $6K to $18K, allocating spending across venues, catering, and prizes for 400+ attendees and 10+ judges.
Full-Stack Software Engineer
NoctemAI (Startup) · Davis, CA
- Built a Next.js web app to analyze payloads and optimize delivery routes.
- Developed an AI dispatcher to automate and streamline broker–driver communications.
- Integrated Supabase backend to provide real-time load tracking and routing.
Private Computer Science Tutor
Private Tutoring · Remote — Oak Park, CA
- Provided one-on-one C++ tutoring to student.
- Simplified advanced programming concepts into clear, approachable lessons.
- Delivered a personalized learning experience that improved the student's understanding and confidence.
Featured Projects
NES Emulator
2023A cycle-accurate NES emulator built from scratch in C++ and OpenGL, running commercial ROMs at a stable 60 FPS.
Foundly
2026A swipe-based discovery app connecting startup founders to VCs, powered by a real-time recommendation engine. 1st Runner-Up, BetaFund Hackathon.
Vive
2026A multimodal AI emergency-response app built in 24 hours at HackDavis, providing real-time voice and vision guidance for bystanders on-scene.
Skills & Technologies
Web Development
App Development
AI / Machine Learning
Game Development
Databases & Backend
Cloud, DevOps & Tools
Get In Touch
I'm always open to discussing new projects, creative ideas, or opportunities to be part of your visions.